Giving back to future generations of dentists

When Douglas Dompkowski ’95D (PdC) was in the second grade, he decided he wanted to become a dentist. Today, he is a highly regarded periodontist and professor of dentistry. Dr. Dompkowski is grateful for the training he received at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health and decided to give back to the place he feels has made such an impact on his career.

Dr. Dompkowski and his wife, Sharon, recently established several charitable gift annuities. These gifts will one day create the Douglas F. Dompkowski, DDS, Endowed Scholars Fund in Periodontology and provide financial support to residents and fellows.

The Dompkowskis decided on a flexible deferred charitable gift annuity, which provides a charitable tax deduction now and fixed income in the future. This will allow the couple to enjoy retirement and contribute to the training and success of future dentists.